Author: Ayobami Owolabi

Nigerian Afrobeats star Burna Boy made history on Monday night after becoming the first Nigerian artiste to present an award at the Ballon d’Or ceremony in London. The Grammy-winning singer was among the notable entertainment figures who joined football stars and industry leaders at the prestigious event held at the London Palladium. Burna Boy was invited to present the Socrates Award, an honour presented annually to footballers and their foundations for their contributions to humanitarian and social causes away from the pitch. Introduced by presenters Kate Scott and Thierry Henry, the singer was also asked about his football initiative, the…

Singer Paul Okoye, better known as Rudeboy, has criticised the level of exposure artistes now have on social media, saying it has diminished the mystery and star power that once surrounded musicians. The former P-Square member made the remarks during a recent interview with Lun Lifestyle TV, where he acknowledged that platforms such as TikTok and Instagram had increased artistes’ reach but argued that excessive online visibility had also created a culture of “see-finish.” According to Rudeboy, musicians previously had limited interaction with fans outside concerts, music videos and other public appearances, which helped build anticipation around them. He recalled…

American singer Chris Brown has received an eight-month suspended prison sentence for assaulting music producer Abe Diaw with a tequila bottle at a London nightclub in 2023. Brown and his vocal coach, Omololu Akinlolu, were sentenced at Southwark Crown Court in London on Monday after admitting a charge of affray over the incident at Tape nightclub on February 19, 2023. The suspended sentences mean neither man will be required to serve the prison term immediately. However, they could be sent to prison if they commit another offence during the 12-month suspension period. The pair pleaded guilty to affray in July…

Nigerian comedian and actor Ayo Makun, popularly known as AY, has addressed the controversy surrounding his absence from the AY Live Cardiff concert in the United Kingdom. The comedian was scheduled to perform at the event on Sunday but did not appear before the audience as expected, prompting disappointment and criticism from some attendees on social media. AY has now explained what happened, saying he and other comedians had travelled to Cardiff for the show but encountered an unresolved payment issue that prevented them from gaining access to the venue on time. According to him, although they eventually made it…

Renowned comedians Ayobami Ajewole, better known as Woli Agba, and Olamide Oladimeji, popularly known as Dele Omo Woli, have threatened to take legal action against people circulating allegations connecting them to the death of gospel minister Olayemi Bayonile Bolaji, also known as Toluwanisings. Woli Agba disclosed this in a public notice posted on his Instagram page on Sunday. The notice, issued by their lawyers, Gemgold Solicitors, warned individuals and media platforms against publishing or distributing what the legal representatives described as false and defamatory claims concerning the two entertainers. Dated October 23, 2026, the notice said the allegations had no…

Nollywood actress Anita Joseph has spoken about her failed marriage to MC Fish, revealing that she would rather stay away from relationships for now. The actress made the disclosure in an online video while in the company of fellow entertainers, including Sarah Martins and Eriata Ese. Joseph jokingly warned her friends and followers against allowing her to enter another relationship, saying anyone who sees her publicly posting a new man should intervene immediately. “If you see me posting, man, come and take my phone. Carry me come church. I didn’t say don’t get married, o; some people say, Anita, you…

Nollywood actress Joke Jigan has reacted to the guest list at singer Zlatan Ibile’s wedding, jokingly questioning the absence of Lagos socialites from the ceremony. The Afrobeat singer recently married his longtime partner, Davita, who is also the mother of his two children, in a colourful traditional wedding attended by family, friends and prominent personalities. Reacting to photos and videos from the ceremony, Jigan observed that none of the women commonly described as “Lagos baddies” appeared to be present. READ ALSO: Prompt News reports the actress jokingly suggested that Zlatan’s wife may not be a fan of the Lagos socialite…

Grammy-winning Nigerian singer Burna Boy has described his sold-out concert at the Stade de France in Paris in 2025 as the most life-changing moment of his life. The singer made history in April 2025 when he became the first African artiste to headline a solo concert at the 80,000-capacity stadium. Reflecting on the achievement in a recent interview, Burna Boy said the experience had a profound impact on him. “It was the most life-changing moment of my life,” he said. The singer, whose real name is Damini Ogulu, is scheduled to return to the venue on October 25 to perform…

Nigerian singer David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido, has playfully described his wife, Chioma Adeleke, as his favourite meal. The singer made the remark while attending the wedding of his friend and colleague, Zlatan Ibile, where he was asked about his favourite food. In a video circulating on social media, the interviewer addressed Davido as “Baddest” before asking him to name his favourite meal. Responding, the singer simply said, “Chioma Adeleke.” Prompt News reports the comment has drawn attention to the singer’s affection for his wife, whom he has repeatedly celebrated publicly. READ ALSO: During a separate livestream with popular…

Nollywood actress Ruth Kadiri has urged intending couples to avoid the pressure of organising extravagant weddings, warning that the expectations surrounding such celebrations could affect their marriages. The actress said elaborate wedding plans could place unnecessary emotional and psychological burdens on couples, questioning why some people who enjoy stable relationships for years begin to experience anxiety and uncertainty after getting married. In a video shared by Pulse on Sunday, Kadiri challenged societal expectations that push couples to spend heavily on wedding ceremonies, urging them to prioritise their relationships over public approval. “I do think that big weddings put pressure on…